Stop the Fat Talk with Sarah McMahonStop the Fat Talk with Sarah McMahon
Soul Sessions with Jodie Gale
In Stop the Fat Talk, BodyMatters founder Sarah McMahon talks about dieting, disordered eating (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, orthorexia), body image, fat talking and diet culture. Sarah also talks about: Why Sarah has dedicated her career to work...
41:07•26 Apr 2021
Breaking the Cycle: Sarah McMahon on Ending Fat Talk and Embracing Body Positivity
“Fat talk, diet talk, you know, all of these things are talking about basically having. That really sort of hijacks really important messages and dilutes and contaminates them.”
Why do we let diet culture and fat talk dominate our lives? In this eye-opening episode of 'Soul Sessions with Jodie Gale', Jodie sits down with Sarah McMahon, the founder of BodyMatters, to tackle these pervasive issues head-on. Sarah, a dedicated advocate for those struggling with eating disorders, shares her journey and expertise on disordered eating, body image, and the relentless grip of diet culture.
They dive into the statistics behind fat talk and why it consumes so many of us, from everyday conversations to the influence of the diet, medical, fashion, and beauty industries. Sarah offers practical advice on setting boundaries with friends who engage in fat talk and tips for parents to foster healthier discussions at home. She also highlights the importance of advocating for body positivity on social media and finding alternative ways to talk about health and self-worth.
This episode isn't just about identifying problems; it's about discovering ways to heal and embrace a more holistic approach to well-being. Tune in to learn how to stop fat talk in its tracks and start befriending your body, mind, and soul.
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